Infinix Note 12i vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 35/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 348,562); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't; the Infinix Note 12i is noticeably lighter (198g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 41 points higher (76/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Infinix Note 12i by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (57/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 41 points (76/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12i or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.